Maryland and D.C. Home Improvement and Home Inspection discussion and Repair Advice

Happy Independence Day from EFynch : June Home Improvement Tips.  It's June, it's hot, it's Summer in Baltimore and Washington D.C.:)  Below are the monthly maintenance tips from EFynch- the handyman and home improvement, resource that helps you stay on tops of items that cost other homeowners in future damages. Summer is a busy time in the home improvement industry. Many handymen and contractors are jammed pack but it is a good time to have small items taken care of- which will save money. Most Pros schedule bigger projects during these months. If you have a big project, you may have noticed it is hard to get on schedule. This makes the mark up on big projects greater during this time of year. However, in between big projects, contractors struggle to fill the downtime. They have to either (1) mark up the prices of the big projects, or (2) find filler work.   This is where EFynch excels. Not only can we help you find the pro that might have a ...

By: EFynch.com Baltimore, MD: If you are new to home ownership, one of the first important lessons is that proper home maintenance requires regular and consistent attention. Each month EFynch publishes a list of tasks to help take care of your home. We designed a plan that if followed, your home maintenance should be fully covered each year. Having this organized list helps stay up to date while scheduling each chore can make sure that (1) you never forget it, and (2) when it comes time to work, you don't get overwhelmed. Rule No. 1: Minor maintenance prevents major problems.  - Inspect the exterior of your home. This bi-monthly ritual can help you identify problems before they grow too large. Periodically we recommend you walk around your entire property and give it a focused once over. You want to look at every inch including: Windows, caulking, gutters, fascia board, roof, shingles, shutters, concrete, deck posts, siding, , , anything you can think of. ...

April is the time we can finally head outdoors. By the end of this month, 70 degrees will be somewhat normal. Tulips will be in full bloom and the trees will be sporting leaves! If you are as excited about Spring as we are, you are probably ready to take home improvement outdoors! Below are the monthly home owner tips from EFynch! All advice is designed for homeowner in the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. *If you are new home buyer- we hope this can help you plan  your budget and get ready for home ownership! APRIL TO DO LIST: 1.  Okay to energize outdoor water spigots The threat of hard freezes are over. We may still drop below freezing but it is safe to turn out outdoor plumbing. If it drops below freezing, you may want to turn faucets on a drip. 2. Change HVAC air filters April is a bi-monthly air filter changing month. Your lungs will thank you. Don't skip this. 3. Inspect Gutters/ Downspouts Because Gutters, they're not just for Autumn! ...